India, March 20 -- Jake Fraser-McGurk heads into the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) season under pressure to rediscover his explosive form and justify the faith Delhi Capitals have shown in him. The Australian batter, who made a stunning impact during his debut IPL season last year, now finds himself battling a slump that could test his place in the tournament's cutthroat selection environment.

Fraser-McGurk had an electrifying start in the IPL after being drafted as an injury replacement in 2024, smashing 330 runs in nine innings at a staggering strike rate of 234.04. His aggressive approach turned heads, making him one of the most feared batters in the competition.

However, his T20 numbers have dipped significantly since then, manag...